Such a consideration certainly offers an intriguing spin on speculation following Reus. The Dortmund forward is said to have declined a contract extension at the Westfalenstadion, as per Eliot Rothwell of The Mirror.

Rothwell also reports quotes from Dirk Hebel, the player's agent, while highlighting Liverpool's interest, as originally published by German paper Bild: "Marco would make any big European team stronger," said the player's representative. "That's why it's completely normal that a number of these major European teams are interested in signing him."

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Reus' electric pace and cutting dribbling skills would considerably galvanise Arsenal's offensive options, providing mouthwatering support for the likes of Olivier Giroud, Theo Walcott and new signing Alexis Sanchez. He would also add to the strong German influence at the club, joining teammates Lukas Podolski, Per Mertesacker, MesutOzil and Serge Gnabry.

Wenger recently suggested "up front we don’t need any more," indicating Reus isn't on the radar, as per Lee Hurley of Metro. Arsenal fans will like to think the player would be considered if his availability is confirmed, as Reus' rare talent can boost any side on the planet.

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He is the type of player who is linked with a move away during every transfer window, whether he is fit or not. Reus will be looking forward to regaining match sharpness after missing Germany's World Cup triumph in Brazil but will have to get used to club life without Robert Lewandowski, who joined Bayern Munich on a free earlier this summer.

Such a move could be behind the player's unwillingness to commit to Dortmund, although Reus is yet to confirm his intentions for the future. He can halt any speculation by inking the new deal or, indeed, by publicly acknowledging he wishes to stay.

While it seems Wenger may have been ready to land the player before injury, Reus now holds the power in any deal to leave Dortmund.